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Drosanthemum bicolor

Also Known As

  • Dew Flower

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Drosanthemum bicolor plant details

Drosanthemum bicolor is a cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring burgundy and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Drosanthemum bicolor

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Drosanthemum bicolor

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cool & showy, fluffy, golden yellow flowers tipped with maroon explode into bloom Spring till Summer on this unusual & very rare succulent small shrub from South Africa. To 18” tall, the glistening leaves make the plant look like it’s covered in dew. Fast growing, low maintenance, heat & drought tolerant, D. bicolor will thrive in hot, dry, rock gardens, as well as in mixed borders & containers. If they get woody over time, stem cuttings root easily.

Gardening facts about Drosanthemum bicolor plant

How to Grow Drosanthemum bicolor

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • spring

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